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FV12 HMF

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

168,318 mi
Last recorded168,318 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 HMF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 168,318 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine and under covers fitted

Fail 11 Feb 2021 168,317 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn ns and os rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working ns and os rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2020 146,894 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Fail 12 Feb 2020 146,440 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn nsf link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working ns and os rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Road wheel fixing missing nsf wheel nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nsf (5.3.2 (b))

engine and under covers fitted

front and rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 20 Feb 2019 113,915 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Fail 19 Feb 2019 113,907 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nsf link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn osf link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working ns and os rear (4.2.1 (a))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak osf shock (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2018 87,880 miles

engine and under covers fitted

front and rear brake discs wearing

Pass 21 Feb 2017 63,879 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 53,139 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 38,949 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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FV12 HMF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2012 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,077 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV12 HMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV12 HMF registered?

FV12 HMF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 April 2012.

Is FV12 HMF safe to buy?

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